The suspect in the slayings of four University of Idaho college students is drawing comparisons to serial killer Ted Bundy after mugshots began making their way across the internet Friday.
The suspect arrested in Pennsylvania on Friday—Bryan Kohberger—was a Ph.D. student in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Washington State University, nearly 300 miles from Bundy’s alma mater. Bundy received his undergraduate degree from the University of Washington, majoring in psychology, before moving on to law school at the University of Utah.
Bundy stalked and killed college students. Kohberger, 28, is accused of doing the same.
Both also had chilling similarities in their interests that hinted at crimes: A Reddit post seemingly belonging to Kohberger unearthed shortly after his arrest appeared to show him asking questions about how crimes are committed, how victims were targeted, and how someone would leave a crime scene. Bundy, who was roughly the same age as Kohberger at the time of his first murders, spent time as assistant director of the Seattle Crime Prevention Advisory Commission in Olympia, Washington, where he wrote a pamphlet for women on rape prevention.
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The most chilling comparison, however, is their likenesses: In side-by-side comparisons of their mugshots posted on social media, both men have similar hairstyles and eyebrows, the same thin lips, gaunt cheekbones and matching ears, startling some Twitter users.
“I’m creeped out by similarities w/Ted Bundy. Both studied psychology/criminology at UW. … I was a Chi Omega Sorority member in the 90s and we never forgot what Ted did,” tweeted @Meidas_ZobethC.
Though little is known about the motivations driving the Idaho killings, the nature of the crimes drew comparisons to Bundy well before Friday’s photo release. In early December, John Henry Browne—Bundy’s onetime attorney—told news outlets he believed there were numerous similarities between the Idaho killings and those committed by his client, who left behind only paltry evidence at the start of his killing spree that left some three dozen dead.
“Just the randomness of it is actually something that does stand out,” he told Fox News Digital in an interview this month. “Of course, most of Ted’s misbehavior was random. There were times when Ted would follow people and then decide not to kill them. And that was his way of exercising his grandiosity, you know, ‘I can control life here and there.'”
Kohberger is being held for extradition in Monroe County Court in Pennsylvania for first-degree murder by the Moscow Police Department as well as the Latah County Prosecutor’s Office in Idaho.
Victims of the November 13 killings were Ethan Chapin and Xana Kernodle, both 20, and classmates Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen, 21-year-olds, all killed early in the morning in their off-campus home in Moscow.
Grant McOmie joins landscape photographer Jesse Brackenbury for adventures along Oregon’s scenic coast and in the Tillamook State Forest.
TILLAMOOK, Ore. — You are apt to find me off the beaten path where the asphalt turns to gravel. Winter is no exception as I lace up my hiking boots, grab a camera and join a photography pro who makes “going with the flow” a focus on nature.
If you go with the flow,a river can be a photographer’s best friend! That’s especially true for folks who chase beauty across Oregon’s outdoors. Jesse Brackenbury, a professional landscape photographer, thrives on the challenge of the Oregon outdoors.
On a recent day-long outing, we joined Brackenbury in the Tillamook State Forest near the Jones Creek Campground along the Wilson River.
“Oh, I like this little scene right out here,” Brackenbury exclaimed as he approached a rock-strewn section of river. “I’ll try to get low and see if I can frame up something nice.”
He gingerly stepped across the slick rocks and eye-balled the scene.
“Oh yeah, that is kind of neat! It does get slippery sometimes so have to be careful not to fall,” he said.
Brackenbury admitted that some lessons in his photography career have been learned the hard way.
“Oh boy, I have made many mistakes and some real doozies, but at the same time it’s easy to learn from those mistakes and that’s what I love about photography,” he said. “I can try something different with each shot and it might be an absolutely fantastic outcome.”
We’ve enjoyed the Oregon outdoors with Jesse before, and perhaps you saw our first trip in 2020. We met him in the middle of the night and then climbed a steep trail to reach a high point near Mt Hood. He wanted to frame “just the right shot,” of the mountain and Comet Neowise.
“Most people would say no way to be up at 3 a.m.! But for a photographer, shooting a once in a lifetime experience like Neowise, we’re in for a real treat tonight,” he said at the time.
And indeed we were! He delivered, and it left us breathless.
“It’s such a different show out here in the night sky, with all the stars, the moon and a comet,” he said. “I love that.”
In 2021, we joined him again after the sun went down for an event too stunning to pass by: Oregon’s Glowing Beaches!
“Hopefully I can get some of the bio-luminescent plankton in the ocean to light up along the cliffs and have the Milky Way in the background,” he said. “That’s what I’m kind of shooting for right now. Look at this! Wow! So cool. These rocks are just totally lighting up! Wow! Oh man, so nice – just electric.”
“When I see a scene I immediately think: what can I create? Oregon is beautiful in so many ways from the coast to the desert, the rivers, the mountains. For photography, it opens a door and provides so much to capture. I really enjoy what photography has done for me,” he added.
More recently – in daylight this time – we gave the self-taught artist a challenge: go with the flow and create something special from the wringing wet Tillamook State Forest.
We chose a site that left us smarter for the effort as we hiked to University Falls in the Tillamook State Forest.
It is easy to fall in love with University Falls; the trail rises and falls on a short half mile trek before dropping steeply to a viewpoint at the base of the falls on the north side of Elliott Creek.
Elliot Creek is a small drainage, so the falls won’t flow nearly as powerfully in the summer as they do in the winter.
That’s especially true following a heavy rain when the fully charged creek creates a scenic 55-foot falls that is more akin to a silky wedding veil draped over a wall of rugged basalt.
It is a place where the wet is measured in feet, not inches.
“After a very heavy rain there’s a ton of water coming out that creates spray and mist that’s so hard for a photographer,” Brackenbury said. “You have all that mist onto your lens and you’re constantly wiping it, taking a shot, wiping it, taking the shot. It can be very difficult.”
Despite the challenge, Jesse found the magic in the moment and shared the shot with us!
“It’s a beautiful fall,” he noted. “An awesome area and it’s an easy hike to come here. It’s flowing real well right now. University Falls – that’s a good fall. I’ll have to come back.”
Be sure to follow my Oregon adventures via the new Grant’s Getaways Podcast: Each segment is a story-telling session where I relate behind the scenes stories from four decades of travel and television reporting.
You can also learn more about many of my favorite Oregon travels and adventures in the Grant’s Getaways book series, including:
The collection offers hundreds of outdoor activities across Oregon and promises to engage a kid of any age.
Colorado is full of interesting little towns and settlements. Some have existed for ages while others are relatively new, but each Colorado town has a unique identity that attracts visitors and new residents year-round. Aspen is one of the most well-known of these areas, as is Aspen’s art scene. If you’re planning a visit, consider visiting one or more of the galleries covered in this article.
Cloud shadows flow across the face of the scarred peaks of Colorado’s Maroon Bells Wilderness. Glimpses of jade boulders on the lakebottom are seen through the veil of gold radiated by the autumnal aspens on the shore. Fine Art Limited Edition of 50.
Aaron Reed Photography in Aspen, Colorado?
An Aspen Colorado Art Gallery has been on my short this now for a number of years as a place I would enjoy operating a gallery for my fine art photography work. Aside from my home in Washington State, Colorado is one of the few other states I would enjoy living in, with diversity in its seasons and endless natural wonder and wilderness. Only time will tell if this dream becomes a reality. Until then, you can see all of my Colorado Photography in my online Art Photography Galleries.
Towering Aspen and Silver Birch trees intertwine to create a wall of autumn splendor on Last Dollar Road between Telluride and Ridgway in Colorado. Fine Art Limited Edition of 50.
Aspen, Colorado
Aspen is a cozy mountain area up in the Rockies, and even people who have never been to Aspen have heard of the exceptional skiing landscape the mountains offer visitors and residents alike. The community embraces fine art and has an impressive selection of galleries for being a relatively small town with only around 6,000 residents.
Additionally, Aspen offers visitors the best in high-quality, luxury accommodations, an array of outdoor activities to take part in, and a variety of fantastic cuisine options. Depending on the time of year that vacationers arrive in Aspen, the opportunities to explore and have fun vary. There’s always something to do in Aspen, though, which is why so many of the world’s richest and most famous people either call this area home or stop by on occasion.
Jeff Bezos of Amazon, Bruce Halle of Discount Tire, Ann Walton Kroenke of Walmart, Stewart and Lynda Resnick of Pom and Fiji Water, and William Wrigley Jr. of Wrigley Gum are only a few of Aspen’s wealthiest residents.
The marble white columns of a stand of quaking aspen looks like tears through a bolt of golden fabric on a fall day in Telluride, Colorado. The grove is so dense that even the leaves seem to have trouble finding space to flourish. Fine Art Limited Edition of 100.
The art scene is a big part of Aspen’s culture, as most Aspen residents have an eye for art and focus their attention on nurturing the creative community. Art and culture are tightly woven into the fabric of the town’s history as well as its modern identity. As such, several art galleries line the streets of the town’s center, and each gallery houses an array of diverse pieces that showcase the different forms art can take.
Galleries, art centers, studios, and museums house individual pieces and promote in-depth learning experiences throughout Aspen’s landscape.
Top Aspen Colorado Art & Photography Galleries
If you’re visiting Aspen in the near future, read on to learn about a few of the art and photography galleries you can visit during your trip. You certainly won’t want to miss out on these interesting views and unique perspectives.
Like a ghost ship floating on a sea of gold, an empty rowboat drifts across a pond near Telluride, Colorado at the peak of autumn. Fine Art Limited Edition of 50.
Galerie Maximillian
Galerie Maximillian, or Galerie Max, houses a broad variety of modern and contemporary art pieces. Contemporary and British Contemporary artists like Chanel Abney, Glenn Brown, Marc Quinn, Ebony Patterson, and Marina Adams have pieces showcased in this gallery. Additionally, the collection includes 19th-century, 20th-century, and 21st-century works of art.
Past exhibitions have focused on the work of artists like Sarah Graham, Peter Doig, and Suzy Murphy.
Address: 602 E Cooper Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
The Baldwin Gallery
Much like the Galerie Maximillian, the Baldwin Gallery supports a wide variety of artists by exhibiting their unique works of art. Marilyn Minter, Ewan Gibbs, George Stoll, Delia Brown, and Andres Serrano are among the plethora of names displayed in this diverse gallery.
Impossible Flower, an exhibit by Jim Hodges is currently on display at the Baldwin Gallery, and will be until February 12th of next year. Past exhibits have included Austin Eddy and his sculptures, David Levinthal’s polaroids, Donald Sultan’s paintings, and Intersections by Peter Coffin.
Address: 209 S Galena St, Aspen, CO 81611
Golden light from the early morning sun illuminates a forest of beautiful aspen trees at the peak of autumn in Telluride, Colorado. Fine Art Limited Edition of 50.
Elliot Yeary Gallery
The Elliot Yeary Gallery hosts numerous types of art, including paintings, photographic stills, sculptures, abstract pieces, and jewelry. In addition to the gallery showcasing pieces by various artists, Elliot Yeary is also an art shop that carries pieces from an array of art mediums.
Jeff Sojka, Angela Bawden, Gigi Clozeau, Jessie Chaney, and Aida Bergsen are a few artists whose incredible creations are either on display or available for purchase at this gallery.
Address: 419 E Hyman Ave # 7, Aspen, CO 81611
The Raven Gallery
The Raven Gallery displays a massive variety of sculptures and other art pieces, many of which use nearby minerals and exhibit vibrant, beautiful colors. Wood, glass, metal, abstract art displays, and paintings are easy to come by here, and each one of them embraces the individualized craftsmanship that went into their creation.
Hiroshi Yamano, Bertil Vallien, Bruce Thurman, Paul Schwieder, Marlene Rose, and Jeffrey Mann are among the many artists who have pieces on display at the Raven Gallery.
Address: 433 E Cooper Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
The first light of day kisses the snow covered peaks of the Rocky Mountains outside Telluride, Colorado on a cool autumn morning. Fine Art Limited Edition of 50.
Peter Lik Fine Art Photography
The Peter Lik Fine Art Gallery is a work of art both in the building’s interior design and the display of art pieces therein. The gallery is arranged in a way that makes it extra inviting and much of the art on display is inspired by the local surroundings.
Peter Lik’s photography captures a wide range of subjects, including abstract views, deserts, water, wildlife, and several cityscapes. His photos can either be realistic or so surreal that they resemble paintings. There’s truly a unique variety to be experienced in this gallery.
Address: 406 E Hopkins Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
Christoper Martin Gallery
This gallery showcases Christopher Martin’s work, including his variety of paintings on both acrylic and canvas. His first gallery was opened over two decades ago in Dallas, Texas, and in 2010, he expanded and brought his art to the Aspen area.
This gallery displays original pieces, limited editions of his work, and pieces that are available for purchase. This gallery is an excellent stop to make for a collector looking to bring home a new piece.
Address: 525 E Cooper Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
The interplay of sky and mirrored lake create an azure hourglass of clouds and mist in Colorado’s Maroon Bells Wilderness. Flurries of gold fly across the hillsides as the groves of quaking aspen awaken to the fall season. Fine Art Limited Edition of 100.
Aspen, in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, is a ski resort town and year-round destination for outdoor recreation. It’s also known for high-end restaurants and boutiques, and landmarks like the Wheeler Opera House, built in 1889 during the area’s silver mining boom. The Wheeler-Stallard House is a local history museum set in a 19th-century, Queen Anne–style home, while the Aspen Art Museum displays contemporary artworks.
A visit to Aspen, Colorado is hardly complete without exploring the community’s art scene. Since art is such an important part of Aspen’s unique identity, you’re sure to learn more about the environment and feel more connected to the area when you take a look at it through the eyes of artists who found inspiration here.
Branches like arteries stretch in every direction providing the nutrients of life to the leaves of this Aspen tree in Ridgway, Colorado. Fine Art Limited Edition of 50.
Star couple Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are back in Mumbai after a quick holiday in Rajasthan where the two tied the knot last year. Reminiscing about their days in Rajasthan, on Friday, Vicky dropped a bunch of photos featuring Katrina. From a cosy date night to strolls in nature, the two made most of their days in Jawai Bandh, a village located in the Pali district of Rajasthan. (Also read: Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal return to Mumbai after Rajasthan holiday)
Vicky posted a selfie with Katrina Kaif where the two were seen out in the sun, wearing shades and warm clothes. It was followed by a glimpse of them exploring nature. They also enjoyed a date night during the sunset in a picturesque location. The photo dump also included solo photos of Vicky, which might have been clicked by Katrina. In one of them, Vicky was shirtless while posing behind cactus.
Sharing the photos, Vicky wrote in the caption, “Khamma Ghani (Many greetings).” Responding to them, a fan wrote, “These photos hurt me … But you look sooo cuteee together.” “The last picture is SO HAWTTT,” added another one about Vicky’s shirtless photo. Someone also commented, “Beautiful pictures of a perfect couple.”
Katrina and Vicky returned to Mumbai on Thursday. They were seen heading to their car at Mumbai airport. A video of Katrina and Vicky outside the airport was earlier shared online, in which fans mobbed the couple for clicking photos with them.
Earlier Katrina had posted photos with Vicky from Rajasthan. She shared a solo picture of herself, and a couple of pictures of herself. In one photo, Vicky posed in the rugged terrains of Rajasthan. The photos also included a look at rare animals they spotted during their jungle safari in Jawai Bandh.
Katrina and Vicky left for their Rajasthan holiday after celebrating Christmas with their family. They hosted a Christmas dinner followed by a pyjama party for close friends and family in Mumbai. Katrina had treated fans with photos. In them, she and Vicky joined his parents Sham Kaushal and Veena and brother Sunny Kaushal as well as her sister Isabelle Kaif.
Vicky and Katrina recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary. While Katrina will be next seen in Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 and Vijay Sethupathi’s Merry Christmas, Vicky has Sam Bahadur, Laxman Utekar’s next and Anand Tiwari’s next in the pipeline.
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Following another incredible year of spectacular photography contests, we’ve gathered a hand-picked selection of the best of the best. From curious polar bears to parasitic fungi, these are some of the most impressive images of 2022.
Unsurprisingly, the biggest international competitions continued to deliver spectacular shots, with the Pano Awards, the Sony World Photography Awards, and the Landscape Photographer of the Year awards particularly standing out.
Siena Photo Awards. Honorable Mention – Journeys & Adventures. Polar Bear 81. Hudson Bay, Canada.
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Unlike the last couple of years, the pandemic took a back seat in many contests, with only a small volume of images engaging with this life-changing event. Perhaps as a result of travel restrictions lifting and photographers getting out into the world again, many of the most impressive shots this year came from wildlife competitions.
Urban Photo Awards. Finalist, Spaces. “Waiting for the UFOs”. Buddhist monks preparing for Earth Day celebrations at Wat Dhammakaya temple in Bangkok, Thailand
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The Nature InFocus Awards, Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards, and World Nature Photography Awards all delivered stunning collections of shots. And the Comedy Wildlife Awards again helped lighten things up with a hilarious bunch of anthropomorphic amusements.
BMC Ecology and Evolution photography competition. Overall winner. The fruiting body of a parasitic fungus erupts from the body of a fly
Roberto García-Roa
We couldn’t choose a favorite single image from this year’s crop but we have gathered a strong longlist of the best that caught out eye. Check out the full gallery here.
In addition to our active community of nature lovers across the USA, we have nature lovers’ groups for all 50 states. Members share their favorite spots and local adventures with us, and we want to pass some of our favorite nature photos along to all of you! These highlight the beauty of the United States – every single state has something special to offer. It certainly is America, the beautiful!
Vermont is a top fall foliage destination, and it’s easy to see why. Popular towns to visit include: Stowe, Burlington, St. Johnsbury, Woodstock, Grafton, Montpelier, and Shelburne.
Linville Gorge Wilderness, North Carolina – Leslie Restivo
At over 1.5 billion years old, Rib Mountain is one of the oldest geologic formations on earth. Now part of a state park, visitors can enjoy incredible views all year and skiing in the winter.
Yosemite National Park, California – Marc Howard Photography
Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, especially the Horsetail Falls “Firefall.” The Firefall occurs seasonally, when the sun hits the falls at just the right angle.
Arches National Park, Utah – Explore The Light Photography
Discover over 2,000 natural arches within the 76,000 breathtaking acres of Arches National Park! You’ll also find other unique rock formations including beautiful pinnacles, rock fins, and balanced rocks.
Marblehead Light, Ohio – North Coast Aerial Images
Colorado is home to a wide range of beautiful wildflowers including Castilleja and Lupines. Some of the best places to see them include Crested Butte, Rocky Mountain National Park, Aspen, and American Basin.
This Hill Country gem is a popular place for float trips and the #1 state park for camping in Texas.
Which photo was your favorite? There were thousands of gorgeous of shots to choose from, because there are thousands of beautiful places across America! To see photos of incredible destinations across the USA, subscribe to our Nature Lovers Newsletter and join our Nature Lovers Group on Facebook.
A fun evening of great music to bring in the New Year in one of Wellington’s iconic locations along the waterfront. Covers band Zephyr will entertain from 8pm, followed by a kids’ countdown at 9.30pm. Orchestra Wellington will play from 10pm, followed by the New Year’s countdown and a blast of fireworks to bring in 2023. wellington.govt.nz/newyear
NYE Cabaret
Dirty Little Secret, Dec 31, 7pm, $499 for VIP tables or $20 for general admission
The best New Year’s Eve in Wellington always happens on the Dirty Little Secret rooftop! Enjoy a cabaret themed extravaganza complete with drag performers, burlesque dancers, an epic DJ and first-class views of the fireworks. Bookings: dirtylittlesecret.co.nz
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Take a walk to the Mount Victoria lookout – one of the many walks taking in the capital city.
Wellington walks
Leave the concrete jungle behind and experience the beauty of nature with popular Wellington city walks.
The many walking tracks around Pōneke, range from beginners to pro, for adults, kids, and dogs. (Dogs must be on leads outside dog exercise areas.) Full details and maps are available at wellington.govt.nz/recreation/outdoors/walks-and-waklways/across-the-city
Brooklyn wind Turbine route
A 2-hour walk or 6km ride (one way).
This route is popular with mountain bikers, runners – and a healthy spillover of native birds from the nearby Zealandia sanctuary. From the top of Aro Street at the Polhill Reserve entrance follow the blue markers with wind turbine symbol along trails called Transient, Sawmill, Fenceline and Windmill to get to the Brooklyn Wind Turbine. Follow the same route back or plan another route using the webmap which shows other trails in the area. Just off the trail are the Brooklyn Gun Emplacements.
Mount Victoria Lookout Walkway
Walk through historic pine forests and enjoy unbeatable views of the harbour and city. Only minutes from the city.
Full loop: Allow 1.5 hours to walk the full 4.6 kilometre loop from Courtenay Place up Majoribanks Street to the summit and back via Oriental Bay. Shorter loop: To complete a shorter 45 minutes (2.6 kilometre) lookout loop within the Town Belt, start at the top of Majoribanks Street or Bayview Terrace. Allow extra time if you want to savour the views. Follow the trail that runs above Charles Plimmer Park dog exercise area back to your starting point.
City to Sea Walkway
The City to Sea Walkway starts in the heart of central Wellington near Parliament and ends at the south coast, 14.4km away in Island Bay. It takes 6 – 7 hours, but can be done in stages. To complete it in 1 day you will need a good level of fitness. Where the city to sea walkway passes through the Botanic gardens and Berhampore golf course it is closed to bikes.
Southern Walkway
The 10.6km walk along the Town Belt between Oriental Bay and Island Bay, can be completed in 4–5 hours depending on fitness. Although the walk is steep in places, it is not difficult overall and is suitable for those of average fitness. To keep to the track, follow the pink bollards that will guide you along the entire walkway. From north to south the walkway entrance is sign-posted and begins near the intersection of Oriental parade and Carlton Gore Rd. From south to north, the walkway begins in Shorland Park
Great Harbour Way / Te Aranui o Pōneke
This is a walking and cycling route around Wellington Harbour from Fitzroy Bay in the east to Sinclair Head in the west.
The route offers a rare opportunity to walk or cycle the entire coastline of a major city harbour, continually touching the water’s edge. Work continues each year to extend the route, with the proposed plans having the Great Harbour Way run almost 70km from Pencarrow, Eastbourne, right around Wellington Harbour before finally ending at Owhiro Bay on Wellington’s south coast.
Exhibitions
Kiwi Art House Gallery Christmas Group Exhibition
Kiwi Art House Gallery, 288 Cuba St, to Dec 24, then Jan 10-Jan 31, free
Featuring 18 artists and 45 artworks large and small from artists from around the country.
Of The Hill by Mary Macpherson
Photospace Gallery, to Jan 28, free
Of the Hillis about Te Ahumairangi hill in Pōneke/Wellington, and hills beyond. It’s a work about the power and presence of the land, rocks and plant life we live on and with. Visit photospacegallery.com
Summer Show
Studio Toru, Eastbourne, free
The Summer Group Show is a mixture of established and emerging contemporary artists from around Aotearoa. Introducing new artists to Studio Toru and welcoming back some familiar local artists.
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Selwyn Muru: Te Whiti with the Sacred Birds of Taranaki, on display at the NZ Portrait Gallery.
Selwyn Muru: A Life’s Work
NZ Portrait Gallery, Shed 11, Wellington waterfront, to Feb 12, free
The exhibition weaves together a biographical portrait of the life’s work of Muru. It offers an insight into the breadth of his achievements through a focus on his art, and seeks to raise public awareness of his mahi, especially with younger generations who may not be aware of his contributions.
Summer at The Dowse Art Museum
10am-5pm, Tuesday to Sunday, Dec 24 10am – 3pm, Dec 25 and Jan 1 closed, free
Whetūrangitia/ Made As Stars: The gods are real.Explore the work of 13 Indigenous artists from Aotearoa and around the globe who unlock ancestral histories.
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Wharenui Harikoa exhibition at the Dowse by Lissy Robinson-Cole and Rudi Robinson. Photo: Nick Taylor
Wharenui Harikoa: Lissy Robinson-Cole and Rudi Robinson: This full-scale crocheted wharenui features vivid rainbow poupou, tekoteko, tukutuku panels and adorned pou tokomanawa that will delight the senses.
Psychedelic: San Francesco Rock Posters of the 1960s: The Grateful Dead, The Doors and many more iconic bands feature in this one of a kind collection.
Rob McLeod: Excuse Me Mr Frankenstein, Vlad Is Outside Feeding: Enter a weird world where the characters literally leap off the pages of a comic book.
Turumeke Harrington: He pito mata, I’m energetic!: This soothing space features elements from the marae as you have never seen them before bathed in a soundscape that is full of surprises.
Suji Park: Noise Collector: In this dynamic installation, ceramics come to life with flashing lights, mirrored walls and beaded tentacles.
Summer at Te Papa
10am-6pm, free
Manu Rere Moana | Pacific Voyagers: The navigation of the Pacific by sailing waka is one of the great achievements of human technology. This exhibition explores the mātauranga of celestial navigation that enabled these extraordinary voyages.
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A photograph from the exhibition He Kaupapa Waka shows a waka taua at Waitangi 2020. Photo: Te Rawhitiroa Bosch.
He Kaupapa Waka | A Fleet of Waka: Created by photographer Te Rawhitiroa Bosch, this exhibition celebrates the traditions of waka and their thriving communities. Featuring stunning photographs, taonga and a soundscape by Tiki Taane.
Dane Mitchell: Iris, Iris, Iris: Prepare to be enchanted by the scents, meanings, and interpretations of the word ‘iris’.
Hiahia Whenua | Landscape and Desire: This exhibition explores the different ways that artists in Aotearoa have expressed their relationship to the land.
Kate Newby: She’s Talking to the Wall: Through clay and glass, Kate Newby explores how natural materials transform when shaped and fired.
Kaleidoscope: Abstract Aotearoa: The abstract exploration of shape, colour and pattern that has captured our imaginations in the Pacific.
Te Taiao | Nature: Meet our weird and wonderful wildlife, immerse yourself in birdsong, explore the geological forces that shape our shaky land and more!
Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War: A ground-breaking exhibition of giant sculptures that bring New Zealand’s Gallipoli story to life.
Mataaho Collective: Te Puni Aroaro: Experience the ground-breaking artworks of Mataaho Collective – four wāhine Māori artists who have worked together for the last decade.
Summer at Whirinkaki Whare Taonga
Upper Hutt, daily 9am-4pm, free
FORTUNE: to Jan 23: Artist Bev Moon has created a yum cha feast, not of food, but carefully knitted wool. Fortune is the artist’s tribute to her Chinese mother and grandmother who faced great obstacles to settle in New Zealand. Both women were superb cooks and accomplished knitters. Moon weaves both crafts together in this touching tribute. Complete with table and all the trimmings, this is a yum cha not to miss.
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Fortune, by artist Bev Moon, a Yum cha feast created of carefully knitted wool is currently on show at Whirinaki Whare Taonga.
Wellington Arts Review: to Feb 26: The bi-annual review of recent works by artists from the Wellington region. This exhibition showcases a wide range of media from a diverse number of artists.
Upper Hutt in Black and White: A photo essay of Upper Hutt seen in black and white photography. This is an exhibition of history in photos seen through the lens of 10 photographers who have captured the people and places of Upper Hutt on film. From formal portraits to outdoor panoramas, people in everyday life to iconic places, this is a unique insight into our city in black and white.
The winter weather has made for an amazing display on the lakeshore. People have flocked to see the ice-covered lighthouse at the Grand Haven South Pier.
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“When I see the lighthouse, standing up against Mother Nature, I just am in awe. What it has to do, what it has to endure, and the power that Mother Nature brings to the pier,” Connie Passejna said.
Several photographers and tourists stood on the shoreline to capture the best moment.
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“I came out to see the ice on the pier and see the waves hitting the pier,” Passejna added.
Before you head out to the pier, make sure you are safe.
“So, any traffic out on that pier is not safe. Right now, it’s all covered in ice,” Grand Haven Police Department Captain Lee Adams said.
The Grand Haven Police Department has closed off the pier, and for good reason.
“If somebody slips and falls, for one, they’re gonna hit their head on the ice or something, but they can also end up in the water. And a lot of the ladders that are along that pier are iced over,” Capt. Adams added.
Even with good equipment, one person isn’t going to risk adventuring out there.
“If it was my spikes, I have to be careful and stay off of the really smooth, slippery parts,” Passejna.
Still, there’s plenty to see, even from afar away.
“This is crazy. It’s ice everywhere. It’s like an ice castle along here,” Kathryn Volz said.
“It’s very beautiful, very unique, but you can enjoy it from the shore here and be able to see everything and take pictures without walking out there and putting yourself in danger,” Adams said.
The gate has been closed off to their pier, and is currently covered with ice. If you do cross the gate you could face up to a $500 fine.
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Solvang’s annual Christmas tree burn is set for Friday, Jan. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the empty field adjacent to Old Mission Santa Inés, at 1760 Mission Dr., Solvang.
The event is traditionally held each year as a wrap-up of the monthlong Solvang Julefest celebration, and will feature a flag retirement ceremony and fire demonstration.
Food will also be available for purchase from Rudy’s food truck.
Those interested in adding to the community bonfire must drop off their Christmas trees at the event site any time before 4 p.m. on the day of the burn.
Nonflocked trees must be stripped of all decorations, including ornaments and tinsel.
The Solvang Parks and Rec tree burn event is hosted in partnership with the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.
For more information and updates, contact solvangjulefest.org/ or call Solvang City Hall at 805-688-5575.
Winter reading program kicks off Jan. 3
The 11th annual winter reading program for children, teens and adults begins Jan. 3 and runs eight weeks through Feb. 28 at Santa Ynez Valley libraries.
The 2023 theme is “Reading Makes You Bright!” and encourages readers to expand their horizons through book collection and online materials.
To participate, patrons are asked to complete one entry slip for every book — including print books, graphic novels, eBooks, and audiobooks — they read during the program and enter them into prize drawing boxes at their local branch for a chance to win exciting prizes in weekly drawings.
All the tickets submitted during the program will be entered into a grand prize drawing for everyone who participated.
Entry boxes for each age group will be available at the Solvang and Buellton libraries, as well as the Goleta Valley Library and Isla Vista Bookvan.
Gift sponsors of the 2023 Winter Reading Program include Elegant Nails, the Friends of the Goleta Valley Library, Los Agaves, Miner’s Ace Hardware, and Trader Joe’s.
For additional information, programs and events, visit GoletaValleyLibrary.org
NatureTrack Film Festival documentary now streaming
NatureTrack Film Festival’s award-winning documentary “The Accessible Outdoors,” is now available for public viewing on Vimeo, free of charge.
According to organizers, access to the documentary is the organization’s holiday gift to the community.
The short 15-minute documentary was directed by Mitchka Saberi and Francisco Lopez, and executive produced by NatureTrack’s founder Sue Eisaguirre.
The film made rounds to more than two-dozen festivals where it picked up several awards.
Wildling Museum to host wildlife photographer
The Wildling Museum of Art and Nature will host wildlife photographer and cinematographer Roy Dunn on Sunday, Jan. 22, from 4 to 5 p.m.
The featured event, “Roy Dunn: Capturing Imagery of Our Wild Neighbors,” will provide attendees with a fascinating look behind Dunn’s work in camera trapping and ethical wildlife photography, along with stories behind his photography as part of the current Wildling Museum main floor exhibition, “Wildlife on the Edge: Hilary Baker.”
General admission is $10 and museum member admission is $5.
Advance registration is encouraged and can be done online at www.wildlingmuseum.org/news/2023-roy-dunn-talk
The Wildling Museum is located at 1511-B Mission Drive, Solvang.
Questions can be directed to the museum at [email protected] or call 805-686-8315.
Free tax assistance offered to low-income residents
Free tax preparation assistance is being offered to residents of the Santa Ynez Valley who are low- and moderate-income taxpayers.
The Tax-Aide program, which is sponsored by the AARP Foundation and Internal Revenue Service, focuses on assisting older adults during this time of year and also welcomes taxpayers of all ages within the stated income bracket.
While a new Solvang Senior Center building is under construction, the tax return services will be prepared in person by volunteers who are certified by the IRS, on Mondays and Fridays at the American Legion Wing, Veterans Hall, 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang.
The period of operation will be Feb. 3 to April 14, between the hours of 1 and 3 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays.
All assistance is by appointment only and can be scheduled by calling the Solvang Senior Center at 805-688-3793 beginning Jan. 2.
All necessary COVID-19 protocols will be observed at appointments, and Tax-Aide volunteers will be fully vaccinated.
Clients are asked to bring their social security cards, a valid picture ID, records of 2022 wages (W-2s) and all 1099 forms received that report income from interest dividends, pensions/annuities, social security and IRAs, as well as copies of 2021 Federal and State tax returns.
More complex returns which entail rental property, farming or businesses with over $35,000 of expense are beyond the scope of the program and should be taken to a professional tax preparation firm.
Tim Couch looks like he’s ready for a shot at NFL redemption.
On Monday, a shirtless photo of Couch surfaced from his Instagram Stories that featured the former Browns quarterback showing off his fit physique of an eight-pack and buff arms.
“Well here is 46 year old former UK QB Tim Couch’s picture which he posted today,” ESPN radio host Matt Jones tweeted, to which Couch playfully replied, “45. Don’t put an extra year on me.”
The pic fueled cheeky commentary elsewhere, with one user sarcastically writing, “Do you even lift bro?”
“Just push-ups and shake weight,” the former No. 1 pick in the 1999 NFL Draft responded.
Others shared complimentary tweets, noting how Couch looks “ripped” and is in “good shape.”
“More proof that Tim Couch was an underrated freak of nature,” one user remarked, while another said, “More like Gym Couch.”
Couch has been documenting his fitness journey for some time and shared a similar shirtless photo at the gym in August 2021.
“Might make a comeback like [Tim] Tebow,” he wrote on Instagram at the time.
Couch is widely known for having an unproductive NFL career after being selected first overall by the Browns in their return as an expansion team in 1999.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Tim Couch moves back to pass during a game against the Seahawks on Nov. 30 2003 at Seahawks Stadium in Seattle, Washington. Getty Images
Before that, Couch was a high school standout at Leslie County High School in Hyden, Kentucky, where he was awarded the school’s “Mr. Football” in 1995, following his senior season.
Couch went on to play for the University of Kentucky where, in his final season, he was named the SEC Player of the Year in 1998 following a record-breaking year of 400 passes for 4,275 yards, which set an SEC record for passing yards in a season. He also threw for 36 touchdowns.
The quarterback finished at Kentucky with a 67 percent completion rate, 8,435 total passing yards, and 74 touchdowns.
During his time with the Browns, Couch had 11,131 passing yards with 64 touchdowns and 67 interceptions. He went on to have brief stints with the Packers and Jaguars.
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Couch currently resides in Kentucky, where he often attends college football games at Kroger Field with his girlfriend, Hannah Green. The two have been dating since at least July 2021, according to her Instagram.
With Kentucky set to face Iowa in the Music City Bowl on Saturday, one fan suggested that Couch should return to his roots.
“If he wanna suit up for this bowl game, I mean I’m not against it,” the fan joked.
